Theatre binoculars - Opernglas signiert - 1885-1900 - Germany - Ottmar Heinrich Meder
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Description from the seller
The tubes, eyepieces and the adjustment wheel are made of bone or celluloid (or an early plastic imitation such as celluloid), set in gilded brass. The characteristic fine lines (Schreger lines) in the material point to genuine bone. Very nice cream color.
Mechanism: It features a classic center-drive focusing via a central wheel, very smooth!
Condition: On both eyepieces there is a minimal crack in the material, which is very common in these organic materials due to aging and drying, but it does not affect function at all. The gilded brass shows hardly any patina. Additionally, the bridges have been finished with black piano lacquer.
The oculars are completely free of mold and dust and offer an excellent view/magnification—in light of the high age!
Manufacturer: O. H. Meder Leipzig. Around 1890.
Fully functional!
Focusing via the center wheel is flawless and smooth.
Height: 10 cm - Width 11 cm - Bottom diameter: 4.5 cm - approximate dimensions
Dimensions refer to extended glass!
Includes original leather case with antique patina-silk and brass closure.
Good condition and closure in order!
A quite large and heavy theater glass—more for the gentleman! recommended
Historical data
Foundation: The company O. H. Meder was entered in the Leipzig company register on July 15, 1885.
Founder & owner: Ottomar Heinrich Gottfried Meder and from July 1885 the optician Emil Bruno Meder as co-owner.
Locations in Leipzig:
The shop was located, among others, at Markt 11 (Parterre in Aeckerleins Hof).
Products: The historic company was known today mainly for antique opera glasses (theater glasses), lorgnettes, spectacles and optical devices around 1900, valued by collectors. The company no longer exists today.
A rarity for enthusiastic collectors!
Valued buyers!
All information has been provided to the best of our knowledge and belief.
I generally strive for an exact and precise description.
My description is often based on historical research and intensive investigations!
Should a piece unexpectedly not meet your expectations, I kindly ask for feedback.
There is always a mutual resolution for everything!
Kind regards
Fred
PLEASE ONLY MAKE OFFERS IF YOU ARE WILLING TO PAY!
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Please ensure correct shipping addresses!
And track your purchase with the provided tracking number.
If you are not available at delivery, please authorize the carrier to deliver to a neighbor or an access point!
Costs for returns and reshipment are entirely at your expense!
Please avoid this.
Please ensure correct shipping addresses!
And track your purchase with the provided tracking number.
If you are not available at delivery, please authorize the carrier to deliver to a neighbor or an access point!
Costs for returns and reshipment are entirely at your expense!
Please avoid this.
Shipping is done individually, depending on the country, with
UPS-DHL-EXPRESS!
No shipping to war zones!!!
Costs also include packaging.
Double carton, bubble wrap, drainage and styrofoam, if needed.
Recycled carton, for the sake of the environment
Additional tape labeling: Caution Glass—Fragile!
To enable break-proof shipping.
Additional transport insurance against loss or damage!
Fast express shipping for quick receipt.
Please note this when bidding!
Each lot is shipped separately for insurance reasons—in case of loss or breakage—so no combined shipping possible!
Please note this before bidding!
Please note this before bidding!
Thank you!
The tubes, eyepieces and the adjustment wheel are made of bone or celluloid (or an early plastic imitation such as celluloid), set in gilded brass. The characteristic fine lines (Schreger lines) in the material point to genuine bone. Very nice cream color.
Mechanism: It features a classic center-drive focusing via a central wheel, very smooth!
Condition: On both eyepieces there is a minimal crack in the material, which is very common in these organic materials due to aging and drying, but it does not affect function at all. The gilded brass shows hardly any patina. Additionally, the bridges have been finished with black piano lacquer.
The oculars are completely free of mold and dust and offer an excellent view/magnification—in light of the high age!
Manufacturer: O. H. Meder Leipzig. Around 1890.
Fully functional!
Focusing via the center wheel is flawless and smooth.
Height: 10 cm - Width 11 cm - Bottom diameter: 4.5 cm - approximate dimensions
Dimensions refer to extended glass!
Includes original leather case with antique patina-silk and brass closure.
Good condition and closure in order!
A quite large and heavy theater glass—more for the gentleman! recommended
Historical data
Foundation: The company O. H. Meder was entered in the Leipzig company register on July 15, 1885.
Founder & owner: Ottomar Heinrich Gottfried Meder and from July 1885 the optician Emil Bruno Meder as co-owner.
Locations in Leipzig:
The shop was located, among others, at Markt 11 (Parterre in Aeckerleins Hof).
Products: The historic company was known today mainly for antique opera glasses (theater glasses), lorgnettes, spectacles and optical devices around 1900, valued by collectors. The company no longer exists today.
A rarity for enthusiastic collectors!
Valued buyers!
All information has been provided to the best of our knowledge and belief.
I generally strive for an exact and precise description.
My description is often based on historical research and intensive investigations!
Should a piece unexpectedly not meet your expectations, I kindly ask for feedback.
There is always a mutual resolution for everything!
Kind regards
Fred
PLEASE ONLY MAKE OFFERS IF YOU ARE WILLING TO PAY!
YOU HURT YOURSELF ONLY; OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES, AND ALSO ME!
PLEASE LOOK FOR A SENSEFUL HOBBY!
Please ensure correct shipping addresses!
And track your purchase with the provided tracking number.
If you are not available at delivery, please authorize the carrier to deliver to a neighbor or an access point!
Costs for returns and reshipment are entirely at your expense!
Please avoid this.
Please ensure correct shipping addresses!
And track your purchase with the provided tracking number.
If you are not available at delivery, please authorize the carrier to deliver to a neighbor or an access point!
Costs for returns and reshipment are entirely at your expense!
Please avoid this.
Shipping is done individually, depending on the country, with
UPS-DHL-EXPRESS!
No shipping to war zones!!!
Costs also include packaging.
Double carton, bubble wrap, drainage and styrofoam, if needed.
Recycled carton, for the sake of the environment
Additional tape labeling: Caution Glass—Fragile!
To enable break-proof shipping.
Additional transport insurance against loss or damage!
Fast express shipping for quick receipt.
Please note this when bidding!
Each lot is shipped separately for insurance reasons—in case of loss or breakage—so no combined shipping possible!
Please note this before bidding!
Please note this before bidding!
Thank you!
Details
Over 200 years old
No
Specific region of origin
Leipzig
Style subtype
Biedermeier
Era
1400-1900
Number of objects
1
Manufacturer/brand
Ottmar Heinrich Meder
Model/type number
Opernglas signiert
Material
Fire-gilded brass - bone - celluloid - optical lenses - leather - velvet - silk
Country of origin
Germany
Style
Antique
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Magnification Factor
2,5
Height
10 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
4.5 cm
Estimated period
1885-1900
Title additional information
Signed Historicist, Mr.
